Deluxe Iberotel Crown Empress Nile Cruise

• Arrive in Luxor and meet your private Egyptologist guide.
• Visit Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex in the world, featuring the Great Hypostyle Hall, sacred lake, and Avenue of Sphinxes.
• Check-in to Iberotel Crown Empress Cruise and enjoy a warm welcome with a refreshing drink.
• Savor a delicious lunch onboard the cruise.
• Relax and enjoy the cruise’s luxurious amenities during the afternoon.
• Visit Luxor Temple in the evening, beautifully illuminated at night, and learn about its historical significance.
• Enjoy a gourmet dinner onboard.
• Overnight stay onboard the cruise in Luxor.

• Start your day with a hearty breakfast onboard.
• Visit the Valley of the Kings, exploring the tombs of ancient pharaohs like Thutmose III, Seti I, and Merenptah, adorned with intricate carvings and vivid hieroglyphs.
• Explore the Temple of Hatshepsut, the stunning mortuary temple of Egypt’s most famous female pharaoh.
• Marvel at the Colossi of Memnon, the two massive statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III.
• Return to the cruise for a delicious lunch.
• Sail to Edfu while enjoying the scenic views of the Nile.
• Enjoy a gourmet dinner onboard.
• Overnight stay onboard while sailing to Edfu.

• Enjoy a fresh breakfast onboard.
• Travel by horse carriage to visit Edfu Temple, the well-preserved temple dedicated to the falcon god Horus.
• Return to the cruise for a delightful lunch.
• Sail to Kom Ombo, relaxing onboard as you glide along the Nile.
  Visit Kom Ombo Temple, the unique double temple dedicated to Horus the Elder and Sobek, the crocodile god.
• Enjoy a gourmet dinner onboard.
• Overnight stay onboard while sailing to Aswan.

• Start your day with a delicious breakfast onboard.
• Visit the Aswan High Dam, a modern engineering marvel that transformed Egypt’s economy.
• See the Unfinished Obelisk, the largest known ancient obelisk, offering insights into ancient stone-cutting techniques.
• Take a boat ride to Agilkia Island to explore Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis.
• Return to the cruise for a satisfying lunch.
• Relax onboard or explore Aswan at your leisure during the afternoon.
• Enjoy a gourmet dinner onboard.
• Overnight stay onboard the cruise in Aswan.

• Enjoy your final breakfast onboard.
• Check-out from Iberotel Crown Empress Cruise and bid farewell to the crew.
• Transfer to Aswan Airport, train station, or your hotel, depending on your travel plans.

Your journey begins in Luxor, the world’s greatest open-air museum. Meet your private Egyptologist guide and start your adventure with a visit to the awe-inspiring Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex ever built. Wander through its towering columns, grand hypostyle hall, and the sacred lake. Afterward, check-in to Iberotel Crown Empress cruise, where you’ll be greeted with a refreshing drink and a warm welcome. Enjoy a delicious lunch onboard and take some time to relax. In the evening, visit the beautifully illuminated Luxor Temple, a stunning example of ancient Egyptian architecture. Return to the cruise for a sumptuous dinner and spend your first night onboard, soaking in the magical atmosphere of the Nile.

Today is yours to relax and enjoy the luxurious amenities of Iberotel Crown Empress cruise. Lounge by the pool on the spacious sundeck, sip a refreshing cocktail at the bar, or simply admire the ever-changing scenery as you sail toward Edfu. Lunch and dinner will be served onboard, and you’ll spend the night on the tranquil waters of the Nile.

After breakfast, step off the cruise to visit Edfu Temple, one of Egypt’s most well-preserved ancient sites. This stunning temple, dedicated to the falcon god Horus, showcases the brilliance of ancient Egyptian architecture. Wander through its grand halls, admire the intricate carvings, and learn about its fascinating history. After your visit, return to the cruise for a delicious lunch. Spend the rest of the day relaxing onboard as you sail toward Aswan. Enjoy dinner and spend the night on the serene waters of the Nile.

Wake up in Aswan, a city known for its natural beauty and rich history. After breakfast, embark on a tour of Aswan’s highlights. Visit the Aswan High Dam, a modern engineering feat that transformed Egypt’s economy, and the Unfinished Obelisk, which offers a glimpse into ancient stone-cutting techniques. Next, take a boat ride to Agilkia Island to explore the stunning Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Return to the cruise for lunch and spend the afternoon at leisure. Dinner and overnight onboard.

Rise early for an unforgettable excursion to the Abu Simbel Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. These colossal temples, carved into the mountainside by Ramses II, are among Egypt’s most iconic landmarks. Marvel at the towering statues of Ramses II and the intricate carvings that adorn the temples’ interiors. Return to the cruise in Aswan for lunch and dinner, and spend the night onboard.

After breakfast, enjoy a leisurely morning as you sail back to Kom Ombo. Upon arrival, revisit the Kom Ombo Temple to further explore its fascinating history and architecture. Continue sailing to Luxor, enjoying the serene beauty of the Nile along the way. Lunch and dinner will be served onboard, and you’ll spend the night on the water as you approach Luxor.

Today, delve into the wonders of Luxor’s West Bank. After breakfast, visit the Valley of the Kings, where pharaohs of the New Kingdom were buried in elaborately decorated tombs. Explore the Temple of Hatshepsut, a stunning mortuary temple dedicated to one of Egypt’s most famous female pharaohs. Conclude your tour with a visit to the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues that once guarded a mortuary temple. Return to the cruise for lunch and dinner, and spend your final night onboard.

After breakfast, check-out and transfer to your preferred location in Luxor, concluding your 7-night Nile cruise adventure.